During the last week of October, I would say that quite a lot of different things happened and I learnt many new things. On Monday, October 26th, they celebrated St Demetrios. I learnt that he is one of the most important saints in the Greek Orthodox Church and that he is also the patron saint of Thessaloniki. On Wednesday, October 28th, it was Ochi Day, when they celebrated Greece’s refusal to cooperate with Benito Mussolini, an Italian fascist leader. We probably learnt t

I have been in Thessaloniki for almost 4 weeks now. In the mornings, I spend time in the garden, and in the evenings I work in the office. I’m finally starting to see progress in the garden! It’s becoming cleaner and more organised, and soon I’ll start focusing more on the planting area and other things. Other than that, not much has happened. Mostly I’ve been working, getting more familiar with the work and exploring the neighborhood even more this week.

I have been here for about two weeks now and after I came home from the Arrival training I got more familiar with the work and I started to get a better understanding of what I am supposed to do. I went to the garden, no one had been there for a long time so there were many things I had to do like clean, pull up the weeds, organize tools, see what materials we had and what projects I want to do in the future.

So the erasmus days went going on from monday all the way through to saturday. I although had no involvement the last days. Actually I was only involved two days out of six. And I will tell you all about that but I will also tell you about an erasmus party event/orginized club thing that I saw an ad on facebook and went to, here in the city of Thessaloniki. So the erasmus days in my opinion was interesting, not what I expected but interesting to see how they do it here. But t

Fantines introduction and first week in Thessaloniki

Discover the vibrant on arrival training experience in Greece. Uncover informal learning, meet new friends, and enjoy unforgettable nights.

The success of the inclusive sports event organized under the ESOL (Social Inclusion through Sport) program at the Ialysos Indoor Gymnasium was the direct outcome of close, exemplary cooperation. To capture the institutional and pedagogical foundation of this initiative, we sat down with the Principal of the 1st Primary School of Ialysos and the Principal of the 1st Special Primary School of Rhodes.

As part of evaluating the ESOL (Social Inclusion through Sport) program, we had the profound honor of speaking with the Principal of the 1st Special Primary School of Rhodes. Our conversation revealed a distinct yet deeply moving and essential perspective of our joint initiative at the Ialysos Indoor Gymnasium.

As part of the evaluation of the ESOL (Social Inclusion through Sport) program, we had the honor of interviewing the Principal of the 1st Primary School of Ialysos. Our discussion did not merely focus on organizational details or athletic performance at the Ialysos Indoor Gymnasium, but rather highlighted the deep, internal transformation observed within our school community.

Working with friends is a blessing, but it can also be a trap. Our Workshop Coordinator, G.I., shares an honest look at how "friendship bias" almost derailed our team coordination.

Behind every great sports event is a mountain of logistics. Our Materials Coordinator, K.P., reflects on the stress of a supply chain crisis and the beauty of local solidarity.

Communication is the heartbeat of community work. Here, our Promotion & Social Media Lead, M.K., discusses the joy of visual storytelling and the unexpected hurdle of local government bureaucracy.

In this personal reflection, our Sports Activity Lead, G.A., shares the rush of launch week, the power of mixing teams, and a critical lesson about why passion needs a cushion of time.

Sleep is one of the most important factors influencing children's physical, psychological, and cognitive development. For children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), however, sleep can often be a significant challenge.

Discover which type of physical activity is most effective for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Learn how tailored exercises can enhance ASD development.

Physical activity is increasingly recognized as an important tool for supporting the development and well-being of children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Beyond its contribution to physical health and fitness, participation in structured physical activity may influence motor skills, social communication, executive functioning, behaviour, and psychosocial well-being.

Physical activity is much more than a means of improving physical fitness. For individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), sport and exercise can become powerful tools for developing social skills, enhancing communication, improving motor abilities, and promoting overall quality of life. A comprehensive review published in 2024 examined the existing scientific literature on sport and autism.

The other weekend, we went to Halkidiki, and it’s an experience that I will never forget :)

Explore how an architecture internship in Thessaloniki sparks innovative ideas for reviving Karatasou Park buildings. Discover the impact of this unique internship in Thessaloniki.

Well, it's time to tell you about how my last week of May went, but not only that. I can also tell you about the month as a whole!